In 2020, Rapha began a partnership with Allied bicycles to make unique limited edition ABLE frames for Rapha Cycle Club (RCC) members. The unique paint scheme is identical to that…
His n’ Hers Mariposa All-Road Bicycles
These custom all-road bikes were built with lightweight Kaisei tubing, Whisky carbon forks, Campagnolo Chorus 12 speed mechanical groupsets, TRP CX-9 Linear Pull V-Brakes, handbuilt alloy wheels, Whisky Components and…
A Case For Handbuilt Wheels
Bicycle wheels make an enormous difference in the way a bike rides and feels on the road or trail. Aside from your frame fit and set-up, wheels and tires are…
Gravel Tips with Colin Strickland
My rides on gravel roads tend to be long. This is because the gravel roads near my home in Austin TX are not actually that “near” at all. If you…
In The News
A collection of stories, news and information that we thought you might find interesting and relevent. An interesting new study explores how the human neural network controls a bicycle: It…
Mariposa Feature: 650B All-Road Bicycle
A 650B All-Road bicycle built with Kaisei tubing, fillet brazed with a Whisky carbon disc fork, a combination of Shimano GRX and Dura-Ace components, and two sets of handbuilt wheels…
Tips For Winter Cycling
Winter riding can be an enjoyable adventure and a whole lot better than riding the trainer if you are well prepared for the conditions. Unprepared, it can be a miserable…
Ice-cycle: Schwalbe Winter Marathon Tires Review
Modifications to cycling equipment are interesting and exciting: we see frames, wheels, clothing, and components being updated and improved yearly. However, major changes to the riding experience because of these…
Mariposa Feature: 650B City Bicycle
This 650B city bicycle was built with Kaisei tubing and clearance for 650B x 42mm tires. The drivetrain includes a White Industries polished silver 1x crankset paired with Dura-Ace bar…
Mariposa Feature: All-Road Bicycle with SRAM Force AXS
A new custom all-road bike built with Kaisei tubing, a Ritchey WCS carbon gravel fork, SRAM Force AXS 2 x 12 hydraulic disc groupset, ENVE 3.4 All-Road Disc wheelset and…
Canadian Cycling Magazine Review: The Allied Able’s unique design gives it a big advantage
The Kanza-winning bike is light, nimble and fast With its unique chainstay the Allied Able is highly recognizable, but it’s not a common bike to spot outside of the States.…